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Note: This camera was first sold in Aug 2004. It has been replaced by the Canon S80.
Canon PowerShot S60

Canon PowerShot S60

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HQ Grade: C
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
  • 5 out of 5
"Best Compact on the Market."
  • 5 out of 5
"Excellent Quality and Functionality"
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The slick Canon PowerShot S60 offers both point & shoot simplicity and a full range of manual controls. Despite its name, the S60 offers the same 5-megapixel resolution as its predecessor, the PowerShot S50. The similarities end there, however: Among other improvements, the S60 offers a smaller body, a wider-angle lens, and a higher capacity battery... read more

Specifications

  • 5.0 megapixels (effective)
  • 3.6x optical zoom/4.1x digital zoom
  • auto and manual focus
  • program and manual exposure
  • JPEG and RAW file formats
  • ISO range 50-400
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Q: do i need cd software to use S60 with Vista
A: Lois,Canon does not offer Vista support software for this camera. In all reality, you don't really need it either. You... read more
Q: A few pics (about 5 percent) have started coming out purple even when light conditions are fine. Why could this be?
A: I have heard of this problem on other cameras, even newer ones though not from weather. It seems to be... read more

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Q: raw format price range $200 - $300
15 points for best answer - 1 reply

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  • 4.1 out of 5

Average rating based on 110 total reviews: 4.1/5

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  • 5 out of 5
Best Compact on the Market. (Derek Rigg - 3/1/07)

This camera replaced a Sony P72 and is quite simply amazing. In auto mode it will capture virtually any daylight scene with uncanny accuracy. I... read more

  • 5 out of 5
Excellent Quality and Functionality (Steven - 2/19/07)

The S60 is a great camera for the novice to the experienced photographer. It has just enough settings that you don't need to upgrade to... read more

  • 2 out of 5
Little irritations (Bill Monsma - 8/13/06)

While I liked the camera at first I have come to be more and more frustrated. When sliding the cover back to take pictures many... read more

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